1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 119 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Because 1966 Fiat Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2007 Kia Carens | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Dino | Carens |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |